Why is it called Fat Tuesday? Fat Tuesday, or Mardi Gras, is the last day before the start of Lent, or the Lenten period, in ...

As people celebrate Mardi Gras, officials with PennDOT encourage people to practice safe driving and be on the lookout for ...

The holiday is celebrated in New Orleans and around the world, but what exactly is Fat Tuesday, and why is it also called Paczki day?

Fat Tuesday is a time to indulge and enjoy before Ash Wednesday. Here's what Fat Tuesday means and some deals to celebrate.

Fat Tuesday is the culmination of the Carnival season and the day before the start of Lent. It’s marked with parades, balls and celebrations. What is the meaning of Fat Tuesday? Fat Tuesday is ...

This year, March 4 is Fat Tuesday, or Mardi Gras, the last day of the Carnival season. It's celebrated in New Orleans and around the United States and the world with parades, balls and parties.

Get top local stories in Southern California delivered to you every morning. Sign up for NBC LA's News Headlines newsletter. Fat Tuesday is the English translation of Mardi Gras. While Mardi Gras ...